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Here is every OKC Thunder, Lakers-Rockets Round 2 series schedule scenario
TL;DR
The Oklahoma City Thunder await their Round 2 opponent after sweeping the Phoenix Suns. They will face either the Los Angeles Lakers or the Houston Rockets, with tentative schedules already released.
Key points
- Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Phoenix Suns in Round 1
- Thunder will face either Los Angeles Lakers or Houston Rockets
- LeBron James led the Lakers to a 3-0 series lead
- Rockets have won two straight games in their series
- Tentative Round 2 schedules have been released
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Apr 2, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) goes up for a basket as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) defends during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
As the Oklahoma City Thunder await their Round 2 opponent, they enjoy another mini-vacation. Those are the perks of taking care of business with a Round 1 sweep over the Phoenix Suns. The lopsided matchup proved to be stress-free for the reigning NBA champions. Even with Jalen Williams' injury.
The Thunder will face either the Los Angeles Lakers or the Houston Rockets. LeBron James led his squad to a 3-0 series lead. But the Durant-less opposition has rattled off two straight wins. Now, we'll get at least six games of this Round 1 series.
Until then, the NBA has given you a ballpark range of when the Thunder will suit up again. The league released a bunch of tentative Round 2 series schedules. Here's what all of the scenarios look like:
Lakers vs. Thunder
Q&A
What is the schedule for the Thunder's Round 2 playoff series?
The NBA has released tentative schedules for the Thunder's Round 2 series, which will depend on whether they face the Lakers or Rockets.
Who will the Oklahoma City Thunder play in Round 2 of the playoffs?
The Thunder will play either the Los Angeles Lakers or the Houston Rockets in Round 2, following their sweep of the Phoenix Suns.
How did the Lakers and Rockets perform in their Round 1 series?
The Lakers initially led their series 3-0, while the Rockets have won two consecutive games, making the series at least six games long.
What impact does Jalen Williams' injury have on the Thunder's playoff chances?
Despite Jalen Williams' injury, the Thunder managed to sweep the Suns, indicating strong team depth and resilience heading into Round 2.